I've been making some enquires about British made taps as a few sellers seem to be claiming they're 'British made'. After challenging one seller, he said their supplier doesn't supply information on source, another said they were 'imported - both declined to answer any further questions!!
However, one place did respond and say the taps they sell are British made and are manufactured by 'Velocette engineering'. I've had a quick look online, and found a place that seems to sell 'genuine spares', but nothing on a specific company called Velocette engineering that claims to manufacture the taps.
I know you fellas are well connected, and some may own Velos - can you shed any light on this?
Would still like to set up a database of quality parts and spares that have been/are attested to by people on this forum. We've all come across the Chinesium and Indianium that are not fit for purpose, but where do we go for good quality pattern parts that we can rely on?
In the past, I've used TMS and C&D for parts that seem to be ok. CB also sells a good range of bits and pieces at competitive prices. The biggest gamble is Ebay, although genuine used items can be fine.
With all our combined years of experience and fixing these bikes, surely there must be more extant, reputable sellers who will put their name to the stuff they sell??
